Nash 2BE4: Liquid Ring Compressor Innovation for Green Hydrogen Production

Benefits

Nash's 2BE4 liquid ring compressor system excels in versatility, delivering key advantages in a range of settings. In green hydrogen production, it's a critical first-stage compressor, effectively condensing hydrogen for the next high-pressure stage, making the whole process more efficient. For the CPI sector, the 2BE4 is a go-to for processes needing steady vacuum or compression, like those found in chemical processing.

Green Hydrogen Production: It simplifies the hydrogen compression phase, cutting the demand for bigger downstream compressors, which saves on costs and space.

Chemical Process Industry (CPI): The 2BE4 handles tough process gases and liquids with ease, offering durability and consistent performance, even in challenging conditions.

General Process Industry: This system works well across the entire vacuum spectrum without needing internal changes, which lets you design processes flexibly and apply them as needed.

Technical Specifications

The Nash 2BE4 series stands out with its technical features tailored to meet the tough needs of industrial applications:

• Suction Capacity: Ranges from 2,000 to 32,200 m3/h (1,150 to 18,900 ACFM)
• Vacuum Range: Achieves up to 160 mbar abs. (up to 4 inHgA)
• Maximum Discharge Pressure: Reaches 2.5 bars abs (36 psia)
• Differential Pressure: Can handle up to 1.5 bar (up to 22 psi)
• Shaft Seals: Comes with a standard stuffing box, with options for single or double mechanical seals on request
• Construction Materials: Available in cast iron, stainless steel, or combinations, with some models lined with polyisoprene
• Noise Level: Operates quietly, with noise levels between 72 to 85 dB(A) at 1 meter
• Compliance Standards: Meets ANSI, PED, EN13445, AD-2000, ATEX standards
• Extra Features: Includes adaptable porting for peak performance, large inspection ports, and an easy-to-drain orifice for shutdowns

These specifications underscore the Nash 2BE4 series' dedication to delivering top-notch solutions that not only satisfy but surpass industry benchmarks.

Applications

The 2BE4 Series is a robust and adaptable machine, designed to serve numerous applications with a focus on efficiency and durability. It's a top pick in various fields for its capacity to perform reliably. Here's a rundown of the key sectors where the 2BE4 Series excels:

Green Hydrogen Production

• Plays a key role in the first compression phase of hydrogen, making high-pressure systems more efficient down the line.
• Boosts the green credentials of hydrogen plants by enhancing energy efficiency.

Electrolyzers

• Compresses hydrogen right from the electrolysis stage, readying it for storage or next steps.
• Merges smoothly with electrolyzer setups, ensuring dependability in non-stop operations.

Chemical Process Industry (CPI)

• Handles the movement of chemical gases and vapors within industrial plants.
• Stands up to aggressive chemicals and tough conditions, ensuring ongoing performance.

Process Industry

• Aids in vacuum filtration, drying, and distillation, which are key to manufacturing processes.
• Flexible enough to adapt to a variety of process needs, thanks to its split vacuum feature and flat-sided design.

Chemical Industry

• Active in reactors, evaporators, and crystallizers where exact vacuum or pressure is crucial.
• Manages hazardous gases safely, with strong seals and materials that resist corrosion.

Oil, Gas & Petrochemical Industry

• Fits into gas capture, flare gas recovery, and vapor recovery, meeting environmental standards.
• Performs with reliability in the demanding scenarios typical in petrochemical processing.